Market Overview for Oakledge
There are 0 active listings in Oakledge and a median sold price of $558K.
Over the past 30 days, 0 homes have sold, with 2 sales in the past 12 months.
About Oakledge
Oakledge is a residential neighborhood located in Austin, Texas, within the 78748 zip code in Travis County. The neighborhood sits south of Slaughter Lane and east of Manchaca Road, roughly 12 miles south of downtown Austin. The community is bounded by established residential subdivisions to the north and east, with Slaughter Creek running through portions of the surrounding area. South First Street and Manchaca Road serve as primary north-south corridors, while Slaughter Lane provides east-west access to I-35 approximately 4 miles east.
Homes in Oakledge are predominantly single-family residences built from the late 1990s through the 2000s. Resale prices generally range from $375,000 to $550,000 depending on lot size, square footage, and condition. Floor plans typically range from 1,400 to 2,400 square feet with three- to four-bedroom layouts. Construction materials include brick and stone veneer with composition shingle roofing. Lots average 5,000 to 7,500 square feet with fenced backyards and two-car attached garages as standard features throughout the subdivision.
Oakledge is served by Austin Independent School District. Students in the area are typically zoned to Baranoff Elementary School, Bailey Middle School, and Bowie High School. Baranoff Elementary enrolls approximately 700 students in grades pre-K through 5. Bailey Middle School serves grades 6 through 8 with roughly 1,100 students. Bowie High School enrolls over 2,900 students in grades 9 through 12 and offers more than 25 AP courses, career and technical education pathways, and dual-credit programs through Austin Community College.
Commuters from Oakledge reach downtown Austin in approximately 20 to 25 minutes via South First Street or Manchaca Road to MoPac Expressway. I-35 is accessible roughly 4 miles east via Slaughter Lane, connecting to employment centers in north Austin and Round Rock. Capital Metro bus routes operate along Manchaca Road and Slaughter Lane. Grocery stores, medical offices, and restaurants are concentrated along the Slaughter Lane commercial corridor within a 5-minute drive.
Living in Oakledge
Oakledge consists of single-family homes on interior streets with sidewalks and mature landscaping throughout the subdivision. Most homes were built between 1998 and 2006 with standard two-car garages, covered patios, and fenced yards. The neighborhood has a homeowners association that manages common areas, entry landscaping, and community standards. Property tax rates fall under Travis County and Austin ISD jurisdictions, with combined rates near $1.80 per $100 of assessed valuation.
Daily errands from Oakledge are concentrated along the Slaughter Lane corridor. H-E-B on Manchaca Road is approximately 1 mile north, and a second H-E-B location sits near Slaughter Lane and I-35 roughly 4 miles east. Slaughter Creek Greenbelt and Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park are both within 3 miles, offering hiking trails, disc golf, and open fields. Dick Nichols District Park, roughly 2 miles northwest, provides playgrounds, a pool, and sport courts. Restaurants along Manchaca Road and William Cannon Drive include local Tex-Mex, barbecue, and Asian cuisine options within a 10-minute drive.
Things to Do in Oakledge
- Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park: 197-acre city park roughly 3 miles east with hiking and biking trails, disc golf, and off-leash dog areas.
- Dick Nichols District Park: City park approximately 2 miles northwest with a swimming pool, playgrounds, sport courts, and a 1-mile walking trail.
- Slaughter Creek Greenbelt: Linear greenbelt trail following Slaughter Creek, accessible within 2 miles for walking, running, and birdwatching.
- Southpark Meadows: Open-air shopping center on I-35 about 4 miles east with Target, Best Buy, Ross, and multiple restaurants.
- Manchaca Road Dining Corridor: Stretch of restaurants along Manchaca Road within a 10-minute drive, featuring Tex-Mex, barbecue, ramen, and Thai options.
Major Employers in Oakledge
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Healthcare): 258-bed acute care hospital on Ben White Boulevard, roughly 7 miles north of the neighborhood, employing over 1,500 staff.
- AMD (Technology): Semiconductor company with Austin offices employing approximately 3,000 workers, about 20 minutes north via MoPac.
- H-E-B (Grocery/Retail): Texas-based grocery chain with multiple south Austin locations and corporate offices, employing thousands across the metro area.
- NXP Semiconductors (Technology): Semiconductor manufacturer with an Austin design center employing approximately 2,000 engineers, 20 minutes north via I-35.
Oakledge Schools
Oakledge is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Davis Elementary for elementary school, Murchison Middle School for middle school, and Anderson High School for high school.
School District: Austin ISD
Public Schools
- Davis Elementary - Elementary school serving the Oakledge area in Austin ISD.
- Murchison Middle School - Middle school serving the Oakledge area in Austin ISD.
- Anderson High School - High school serving the Oakledge area in Austin ISD.
Pre-Schools
- Stepping Stone Schools - Shady Hollow - Accredited early education center serving infants through pre-K with structured curriculum near Slaughter Lane.
- Primrose School of South Austin - Early education and childcare center serving infants through pre-K with a balanced learning approach.
Private Schools
- Brentwood Christian School - Private K-12 school in south Austin offering college-preparatory academics and athletics programs.
- Austin Montessori School - Sunset Trail - Montessori program serving toddler through middle school ages at the Sunset Trail campus in south Austin.
Higher Education
- Austin Community College - South Austin Campus - Two-year college campus on Stassney Lane offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual-credit courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices in Oakledge Austin
Homes in Oakledge typically range from $375,000 to $550,000. Properties are single-family residences built from the late 1990s through the 2000s, with floor plans of 1,400 to 2,400 square feet on lots averaging 5,000 to 7,500 square feet.
What school district is Oakledge in
Oakledge is served by Austin ISD. Students typically attend Baranoff Elementary, Bailey Middle School, and Bowie High School. Bowie High enrolls over 2,900 students and offers 25+ AP courses and dual-credit programs.
How far is Oakledge from downtown Austin
Oakledge is approximately 12 miles south of downtown Austin. The commute takes 20 to 25 minutes via South First Street or Manchaca Road to MoPac Expressway depending on traffic conditions.
What parks are near Oakledge Austin
Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park is roughly 3 miles east with 197 acres of trails and disc golf. Dick Nichols District Park is about 2 miles northwest with a pool, playgrounds, and sport courts. Slaughter Creek Greenbelt is within 2 miles.
What grocery stores are near Oakledge
H-E-B on Manchaca Road is approximately 1 mile north. A second H-E-B location sits near Slaughter Lane and I-35 roughly 4 miles east. The Southpark Meadows shopping center about 4 miles east adds Target and additional retailers.
Does Oakledge have an HOA
Oakledge has a homeowners association that manages common areas, entry landscaping, and community standards. The HOA helps maintain the subdivision's appearance and enforces deed restrictions throughout the neighborhood.